Grape Creek Middle

Grape Creek Middle in San Angelo, TX, is a small, rural school serving 262 students in grades 6-8 as part of the Grape Creek Independent School District (Isd).

This school is on a strong upward trajectory, climbing from the 26th to the 46th percentile statewide over the last three years—a trend that sets it apart from nearby schools. For example, while Wall Middle consistently ranks in the 93rd-97th percentile, it serves a population with a much lower poverty rate. In contrast, Lincoln Middle, which faces similar economic challenges, is in a steep decline. Grape Creek’s favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1 offers a more intimate learning environment than larger San Angelo ISD schools like Glenn Middle (16.7:1) and Lone Star Middle (14.5:1). Academically, the school shows notable strengths in 7th-grade math (31.17% proficient, above the state average) and 8th-grade social studies (36.17% proficient, the highest among all San Angelo-area middle schools).

However, there are key areas for growth. While male students perform in the 57th percentile, female students lag in the 32nd percentile, suggesting an opportunity to better support girls. Additionally, the school faces a critical challenge with its English Language Learner (ELL) population, which ranked in the 2nd percentile statewide. Despite these hurdles, Grape Creek’s consistent improvement and small class sizes make it a school worth watching for families seeking a supportive, upward-moving environment.